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Case Reports
. 2024 Jul-Sep;46(3):228-233.
doi: 10.1097/TME.0000000000000522. Epub 2024 Aug 1.

Hamate Fracture: A Common Presentation of an Uncommon Fracture

Nancy G Russell  1 , Michael W Kessler
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Case Reports

Hamate Fracture: A Common Presentation of an Uncommon Fracture

Nancy G Russell et al. Adv Emerg Nurs J. 2024 Jul-Sep.

Abstract

Hamate fractures are uncommon, but early and accurate diagnosis is critical to prevent negative outcomes. Hamate fractures may present initially to emergency departments, and diagnosis can be challenging. This case report of a common hamate fracture may aid in increasing emergency advanced practice nurse knowledge to identify these fractures in practice.

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Disclosure:The authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.

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